Ray Reynosa – Advocate for Youth, Speaker, and Voice for the Unseen

Ray Reynosa is a powerful storyteller, resilient advocate, and dynamic speaker committed to transforming the lives of young people by sharing his own lived experience with youth homelessness and adversity. His message is clear: your past does not define your future.

From sleeping in a car as a child to standing on stages across the nation, Ray’s story is one of unshakable determination, hope, and grit. At just two years old, Ray became homeless—but through the love of mentors, educators, and community support, he discovered the strength to rewrite his story. Now, he travels the country as part of the “Homeless By Choice” Tour, reaching over 25,000 students with a mission to inspire resilience, purpose, and the power of choice.

Ray’s authenticity and passion resonate deeply with students, educators, and communities. Whether he’s speaking to an auditorium full of teens, connecting with educators on how to support at-risk youth, or encouraging law enforcement to engage with empathy, Ray’s voice breaks through the noise. He reminds audiences that everyone has value, and sometimes the biggest challenges are just the beginning of our greatest purpose.

In addition to speaking, Ray is a passionate advocate for youth empowerment, mental health awareness, and educational equity. His journey—and his willingness to live out of his car during his national tour—embodies a rare level of dedication and authenticity. He doesn’t just talk about change—he lives it.

Ray’s work continues to impact students, educators, and communities across the nation, helping to dismantle stigma, raise awareness, and build bridges of understanding where they are most needed.

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If you’re looking for a speaker who connects, uplifts, and ignites real change, Ray Reynosa is the voice your audience needs to hear.